Colette Carlson is a human behavior expert and CPAE Hall of Fame motivational keynote speaker who teaches audiences how to transform relationships through the power of connected conversations. Colette’s presentations weave together powerful life lessons, research-backed strategies, and the call to action for personal and professional success. Audiences connect with Colette through her inspiring content, laugh-out-loud humor, and extensive customization.
With a Master’s Degree in Human Behavior and more than 20 years of experience helping individuals change behaviors that impact their success, Colette understands the psychology, mindset, and skills required to make positive, long-lasting change.
A Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), a designation held by fewer than 10% of the members belonging to the International Federation for Professional Speakers, Colette has shared her insights, observations, and research with thousands of people throughout the world. In 2017, Colette was inducted into the CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame, a recognition that honors professional speakers who have reached the top echelon of career excellence.
Her articles on connection, stress management, sales, and leadership have been featured in Success, Business Management Daily, and Working Mother magazines. Trusted clients include Boeing, Microsoft, Procter & Gamble, Fidelity, Great Clips, Federal Express, and the United States Government.
When Colette isn’t on the road speaking, you’ll often find her near the water connecting with family and friends.
Clients Rave
Heather Colicchio, President, AADOM
“Thank you for being one of the best keynote speakers AADOM has ever had. Our 675 dental office managers and practice leaders LOVED you!”
Laura Lynch, Administrative Assistant to the Vice Chairman, Corning, Inc.
“Colette’s commitment, engaging style and creative program made our event a major success! Best feedback we’ve received in over 10 years.”
Jeff Harrold, Chairman & CEO, Auto-Owners Insurance
“Survey after survey not only rated your presentation very high, or highest rated, but also rated your presentation as one of the ‘favorite memories’ or ‘best take away’ from the entire convention.”
Sarah Butler, MS, RN, CDE, NCSN, Director of Diabetes and Nursing Education, National Association of School Nurses
“Your presentation exceeded our expectations as a keynote speaker. The attendees and NASN staff are impressed that you tailored your presentation to school nurses, including your school nursing visuals — the slide of IEP blocks and the props used in the busy nurse skit on stage. Conference participants including school nurses in the health office…
Sandra C. Williams, Director of Dealer Training and Development, S.P. Richards Company
“YOU SCORED A PERFECT 4.0 in every category! This is the first time in my 15 years of planning the conference that this has happened! Clearly, saying our audience loved you is an understatement. I only wish we had more women in this industry for your message to impact. We’re working on that… Thank you…
Katherine Borish, Director of Training & Merchandising, Etcetera
“Colette did her homework and tailored her presentation specifically to us – even down to common language within the organization. I knew she was a hit, but was pleased to see a standing ovation from the crowd!”